Scorpio Season Sex Tip: Sex Magic to Manifest Pleasure

As October comes to a close, we blow a sweet goodbye kiss to Libra season and prepare for some intense, emotional shadow work as the sun enters Scorpio. Ruled by Pluto (yes, planet of the underworld), Scorpios have a reputation for being sulky, intimidating, mysterious, intense — very much the hot goth of the zodiac.

“Scorpio is an intense zodiac sign, powerful and seductive,” the Astro Twins write about Scorpio’s energy. Scorpios can be powerful, magnetic, passionate, and charismatic — but they can also tend towards obsession, possessiveness, and jealousy. On top of that, Scorpios are definitely one of the more secretive signs, while also yearning for the day they don’t have to hold on to those secrets and can become fully, emotionally intimate and vulnerable.

“t takes a lot for Scorpio to reveal their vulnerability, so guard that privilege with the utmost care,” the Astro Twins write.

That said, Scorpios are definitely down to help you explore the darker side of your emotions or sexuality. They love a healthy sex life and are interested in sharing it with the person (or people) who earn their trust.

And during Scorpio season, everyone can get in on the sparks. “Remember, Scorpio is the sign of privacy,” Ophira Edut of the Astro Twins tells SheKnows. “As long as it’s consensual, what happens between the two (or however many) of you can stay in the circle of trust—and should!”

So in the spirit of getting touch with that deep, gooey, mysterious center that we all have (Scorpios just revel in it a bit more!), we’re humbly proposing you incorporate some sex magic into your bedroom as this season’s special sex tip.

Is it woo-woo? Yes. Will you maybe feel goofy at worst, or like Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman in Practical Magic at best? Also, yes.

So, for background, sex magic (or often “magick”) refers to the centuries old practice of using and harnessing the energy manifested during sex and orgasm— and the intentions you can set and zero in on when you honor the mind and body during sex. It can range from actual rituals — charging sex magic tools, drawing symbols on your bodies — to just juicing up your normal sex life with a bit of crystal, spiritual energy. But, really, there can be magic and ritual wherever there’s intention, focus, and a willingness to embrace the intensity.

Not sure what sex magic might look like in your life? It can be as simple as meditation before masturbation, introducing yourself or your partners to tantric sex, journaling about your fantasies and the things you want and need, lighting candles, charging your sex toys and your crystals while you masturbate (check for a full moon too for extra power!), or even using a witchy-inspired sex toy. For me, I like to use my tarot cards (paired with some critical self-reflection and exploration) to help get my brain into the best place for using sexual energy.

So this Scorpio season, embrace the ritual — the quiet, intense moments where you can connect with your body and spirit (and/or your partner’s body and spirit) — and let yourself embrace the power that comes from pleasure. We’re sure you’ll feel a bit more magical.

A version of this article was originally published in 2022.

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